In July, Timur Dudkin, R%D director, visited Colombia to work with farmers and technicians to improve the fermentation and drying processes for coffee. During the trip, training and visits were made to outstanding farms, such as La Esmeralda and La Esperanza, where innovations were implemented to improve coffee quality. The work of Hertson Bernal, a key Producer, was highlighted and knowledge continued to be shared in order to optimize the processes.
During our visit to Nicaragua in the spring of 2023, we took a decisive step in the development of the Coffee Heritage project. We strengthened collaboration with local Producers, worked on improving quality processes and began a series of educational meetings with young people from the Ocotal Technology Center. This experience reaffirms our commitment to sustainability, training and the future of coffee growing.